While many consider the Rifleman design to be seriously overgunned, a competent pilot knows how best to make use of this 60 ton mech's arm mounted large lasers and class five autocannons. Torso mounted medium lasers round out its arsenal. Ammunition and armor are both at a premium on the standard model, making the machine less effective in extended campaigns.

Designed as an Anti-Aircraft unit first, and a fire support 'mech second, the Rifleman excelled at high volume long-range bombardments.